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Breathwork Outdoors: Breathe in the Freshness of Summer

Breathwork outdoors

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As the sun warms our skin and the days grow longer, there’s no denying that summer is a time when the earth is filled with vibrancy and life. It’s the perfect moment to leave our coats behind and step outside to immerse ourselves in the full beauty of nature. One way to enhance your connection with the outdoors and maximise your enjoyment of the summer season is through breathwork. 

The Benefits of Breathwork Outdoors

Enhanced Oxygen Intake: Outdoor environments provide a richer oxygen source than indoor spaces. Engaging in breathwork surrounded by trees, flowers, and fresh air can significantly increase your oxygen intake, making you feel more energised and revitalised.

Stress Reduction: Nature has a calming effect on the mind, reducing stress and anxiety. Combining breathwork with the soothing sounds and natural beauty of the outdoors can further enhance these stress-reduction benefits, helping you find inner peace and tranquillity.

Improved Focus and Clarity: Breathing mindfully amidst nature can enhance your concentration and mental clarity. It allows you to detach from the distractions of modern life and connect with your inner self, fostering a sense of presence and awareness.

Connection with the Environment: Breathwork outdoors deepens your connection with the environment. You become more attuned to the rhythms of nature, feeling the wind on your skin, hearing the rustle of leaves, and smelling the scents of summer flowers; this heightened awareness fosters a sense of oneness with the world around you.

Summer flowers

Breathwork Techniques for Summer Days

  1. Ocean Breathing: Find a quiet spot near the beach or a lake, close your eyes, and imagine the rhythmic ebb and flow of the water. Inhale deeply for a count of four, and exhale slowly for a count of four, mimicking the waves. Allow each breath to cleanse your mind and body as the ocean washes the shore.
  2. Forest Bathing Breaths: Take a leisurely walk in a lush forest or wooded area. As you walk, synchronise your breath with your steps. Inhale for three steps, exhale for three steps. Feel the connection between your breath and the trees, as if you are exchanging life-giving energy with the forest.
  3. Sun Salutation Breathing: Practice yoga or simple stretches in the morning sunlight. Coordinate your breath with your movements, inhaling as you reach up towards the sun and exhaling as you bend and stretch. Visualise the warm sunlight infusing your body with positive energy. (For more information on sun salutation, click here.)
  4. Meadow Meditation: Find a soft spot in a meadow or open field. Lie down and look up at the sky. Inhale deeply, feeling the expansive space above you, and exhale, releasing any tension into the earth below. Imagine yourself becoming one with the sky’s vastness and the earth beneath you.

Breathwork in the great outdoors is a beautiful way to savour the essence of summer. It enhances your physical well-being and deepens your connection with the natural world. As you practice these techniques, remember to be fully present, appreciate the beauty around you, and let go of stress and worries. Summer is a time to celebrate life, and with breathwork, you can embrace the season’s freshness like never before. So, grab your yoga mat, find a peaceful spot, and start breathing in the beauty and serenity of the great outdoors this summer!

For more lifestyle and wellness tips, check out our blog. If you want to read about the differences between breathwork and meditation, click here. Remember to tag us in pictures of you practising this technique on Instagram @surrender_to_happiness.

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